Maintenance Technician

At 4AG Robotics, we’rewired for solving tough problems - and mushroom harvesting with robots is about as tough as it gets. We solve the critical labor shortage for farms by building robots that pick, trim and pack mushrooms.

We are a team of builders that like to move fast and embrace the uncertain process of innovation - because every breakthrough comes with a few mistakes along the way. O ur robots are already working on six of the world’s largest mushroom farms - and this is just the beginning.

If you love tech, thrive on innovation, and have a passion for building and bringing it to life in the real world in a
commercial space, you’ll find your spot here. Join us and help reshape the future of farming with grit, brains, and a team that actually gets things done.

The Opportunity

As a Maintenance Technician at 4AG Robotics, you'll be on the front lines of keeping our advanced robotic systems running smoothly in commercial mushroom farms. This hands-on role is critical in supporting the reliability and performance of our technology in real-world conditions. You’ll work directly with our customers, helping them maintain their systems, troubleshoot issues, and extend the lifespan of cutting-edge robotics that are changing the face of agriculture.

What You’ll Do

- Perform regular maintenance and service on robotic systems installed at farm sites.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues.
- Support installations by configuring and calibrating systems to meet on-site requirements and specifications.
- Provide both on-site and remote support to resolve the technical problems quickly and effectively.
- Train farm staff on daily maintenance procedures and best practices to keep systems running.
- Work closely with engineering to report and resolve recurring technical issues.
- Maintain accurate service logs, preventive maintenance schedules, and parts inventory.
- Assist with field trials and prototype testing, providing hands‑on feedback and insight.
- Build strong relationships with farm partners, serving as a reliable technical resource.
- Follow all health, safety, and biosecurity protocols while working in diverse environments.
- Be flexible to work outside of standard hours when needed to meet farm schedules or urgent support needs.

What Success Looks Like

- Robotic systems stay operational and effective with minimal downtime.
- Customers trust and rely on you as their go‑to technical support contact.
- Maintenance and repair work is completed efficiently, accurately, and safely.
- You proactively identify opportunities to improve system performance or reliability.
- Your service logs and documentation are thorough, up‑to‑date, and contribute to continuous improvement.
- You’re a valued team player who communicates clearly with both internal teams and external partners.

What You Bring

- Technical certification or training in robotics, mechatronics, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
- Experience working in field service, equipment maintenance, or technical support roles—ideally in agriculture, automation, or robotics.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills across electrical, mechanical, and software systems.
- Familiarity with industrial automation, PLCs, and control systems is a strong asset.
- Great communication and customer service skills, you’re calm under pressure and thrive in the field.
- Willingness to travel and work in farm environments, both indoors and outdoors.
- Valid driver’s license and eligibility to travel internationally.
- Flexibility in work hours and availability for travel on short notice.

Why This Role Matters

At 4AG Robotics, our mission is to bring automation to the agricultural sector, starting with mushrooms. As a Maintenance Technician, you make that mission real. Your work ensures our technology performs where it matters most: on the farm.

What we believe

If you’rethe type who likes to take chances, move at speed, and see your ideas come to life,you’llfeel right at home here. At 4AG,we’renot big on rules for the sake of rules -we’drather trust you to make bold calls, keep it real with your team, and turn imagination into something game-changing. Thisisn’ta place to play it safe;it’sa place to build, break, fix, and build again - while havinga great timedoing it.

The pay range for this role is:

76,000 - 115,000 AUD per year (Remote (Monarto, South Australia, AU))

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